1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 973 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
